Though the writing is a bit cheesy at times, this book can be helpful in finding out what it's like to start off as a writer. It also teaches you how to find inspiration for writing just about anywhere.

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This book is funny and plain out and out encouraging for those who write or ever wanted to write! I simply loved it! I used it throughout my writing course and encourage anyone who writes or is thinking about writing to read this book!

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I used this book in a class on argumentative prose. The book is straight forward and clearly shows an understanding and love of the craft. A good read for any beginning writer or student.

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This is a very enjoyable manual for writing and life. I had borrowed this book from my local library so many times, they told me I should buy my own copy. So I did from Paperback Swap. It had been recommended by a published writer friend and my writing group leader.
Anne Lamott is comfortable with her writing style, and her advice makes you comfortable with it as well.

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I read this book junior year in high school in AP Lang. It's charming, honest, and funny. Even though it was required reading, I enjoyed it.

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I don't feel there is much writing advice in this book and less advice on living. The writing advice is to write: there isn't any discussion on form or format. The living part is mean spirited and self absorbed. The author is very negative and fails to own her additive personality. Toward the end of the book she even claims that life is dead. I was blown away by this statement. While there are certainly problems in the world, I hardly think life is dead. Only people with closed eyes or hearts could make that statement. This book was a waste of time.

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A funny and wonderful book that is easy to read and honest.

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great resource for new writers

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